Synonyms of exploited

Verb


1. exploit, work, use, utilize, utilise, apply, employ

usage: use or manipulate to one's advantage; "He exploit the new taxation system"; "She knows how to work the system"; "he works his parents for sympathy"

2. exploit, tap, use, utilize, utilise, apply, employ

usage: draw from; make good use of; "we must exploit the resources we are given wisely"

3. overwork, exploit, work, put to work

usage: work excessively hard; "he is exploiting the students"

Adjective


1. exploited (vs. unexploited), employed

usage: developed or used to greatest advantage

2. exploited, ill-used, put-upon, used, victimized, victimised, misused (vs. used)

usage: of persons; taken advantage of; "after going out of his way to help his friend get the job he felt not appreciated but used"

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